FAQ

When will tickets go on sale and how much will they cost?
We will announce ticket sales in the Spring. Please follow our social media for the most up to date info.

Afterdark: Can I camp overnight?
Camping is not something we anticipate happening in the future. Several of our volunteers stay in campervans on site over the weekend to act as overnight security on the Friday and Saturday to safeguard equipment. However, this is not something we will offer to the general public.

Afterdark: Can we bring our own alcohol?
No. Party in the Park costs over £4500 to put on, therefore we rely heavily on our sponsors, ticket sales, and most importantly bar sales. Without the profit the bar makes the event simply would not be able to happen. This is why we ask everyone to only buy their drinks from the bar and not bring their own on to site. Our professional security team will be patrolling to enforce this rule.

We are happy to listen to suggestions about what the bar should stock and do our best to keep bar prices low while still making a profit.

Afterdark: Will there be fireworks?
No. As the field is extremely close to the M5, fireworks are not a good idea and will not be happening at any future event.

Afterdark: Will strobe lighting be used?
No. We have double checked with the DJ and bands and confirm that no strobe lights will be used.

Entertainment: What free stuff will be available?
This differs each year so please check social media and the Day section for up to date info. The daytime will usually have a variety of displays and demos, family games, puppet shows, crafting, reptile handling and circus skills for free.

Entertainment: What will I need to pay for?
This differs each year so please check social media and the Day section for up to date info. Chargeable activities would usually include things like bouncy castle, archery and climbing wall.

If you are a business that can help us out by sponsoring the event with cash, raffle prize, or a service then please do contact us as we would love you to be involved.

Refreshments: What food will be on offer?
To be confirmed but will usually include things like: chocolates, cakes, candyfloss, bakery, fish n chips, curry, pizza, hog roast, burgers & sausages, ice cream.

Refreshments: Will there be a Farmers Market?
No. We have invited all the stalls from Taunton Farmers Market and others from the local area in the past – but sadly there has been no interest from them in attending. We would welcome this sort of stall to future events.

Refreshments: Will vegetarian/gluten free/vegan food be on offer?
All the food is supplied by external caterers and we specifically request that they offer a vegetarian option. It will be up to the vendors if they also cater for other restricted diets such as gluten free or vegan.

Stalls: What stalls will there be?
We are still in the process of organising stallholders but hope to have a varied selection including commercial stalls selling a range of goods, to community groups and charities.

Tickets: How much are tickets?
The daytime is free for all to enjoy but the Afterdark event is ticket only. There are 3 types of tickets – Adults/Teenagers/Child. Ticket prices are yet to be confirmed.

Tickets: When are tickets on sale?
Tickets will be on sale in the Spring.

Tickets: Where can I buy tickets?
To be confirmed. Tickets can only be purchased in person, not online.

Will there be a dog show?
No. Dogs are not allowed at the Recreation Park and there is already a yearly dog show that happens at The Bell, so this is not something we want to add to the PIP event.